Stephen Pace is an O2X Lead Instructor. Stephen is a former Reconnaissance Marine and Scout Sniper in the United States Marine Corps. During his time in the Marines, Stephen conducted multiple combat deployments to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom where he received numerous military awards for combat action. After completing his service, Stephen transitioned to a job as a Strength and Conditioning Assistant Coach at a Sport Rehabilitation facility training, educating, and rehabbing athletes recovering from sports injuries. During this time, Stephen began to combine his combat fitness with sports training and rehabilitation and continued his passion for health and wellness. From there, Stephen went on to obtain his bachelor’s degree from Texas State University where he majored in International Relations due to his love for travel as well as his desire to return to the government sector later in his professional career. He is currently a protective agent at Gavin de Becker & Associates which is a high-level private security firm where he specializes in executive protection for public figures. Stephen travels a little over 200 days of the year in support of his job all across the globe and loves the profession of safeguarding human life. If he isn’t traveling, you can find him in the gym or on the golf course and yes, even the golf clubs travel with him.